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Colonoscopy procedure
Hello. If anyone want to go for colonoscopy in India or in bangalore , then how painful it is or that will be done under anesthesia?
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Colonoscopy usually done under iv sedation in most of Indian setups for adults but if it being done for children or patients who are not able to follow command then it will be done under general anaesthesia,
If it's done under iv sedation , sometimes u may feel abdominal fullness.
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consult a gastroentrologist and discuss steps of procedure before.
u need to take a laxative to clean up your bowel for better visualization.
for this u will pass stools multiple time , so u will need iv fluids and your electrolytes need to be monitored.( sodium & potassium)
U will need pre procedure antibiotics depend on the reason for colonoscopy.
so your doctor will ask to admit one day prior and for anaesthesia evaluation.
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post procedure mostly u won't feel anything but if u are feeling pain it should be evaluated bcoz there might be chances of bleeding and perforation of bowel , which is hole in your intestine. which is an emergency . But usually rare in hands of a experienced surgeon.
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Colonoscopy is a common procedure done for any gut related issues.
So , it's not so painful, done under general anaesthesia or sedation.
Some mild discomfort will be felt.
Discuss thoroughly with the concerned doctor about the procedure.
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Some surgeons do it under general anaesthesia and some under mild sedation, it is not a very painful procedure also you may experience nausea. It is better to discuss with your doctor regarding anaesthesia before going for the procedure
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